Planning Director (Brand) - Automotive Client

Fuse; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media agency in London seeks a Planning Director to lead media planning for premium automotive brands. This role involves delivering innovative media strategies, collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team, and fostering an inclusive culture. The ideal candidate has strong media planning skills and a passion for the brands they work on. A hybrid work model is in place, promoting flexibility and open communication.

Qualifications

• Strong craft skills in media planning with a track record of delivering high-quality plans.
• Ability to lead by example in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to share ideas and insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead media planning for two premium automotive brands.
• Collaborate to develop best-in-class media plans.
• Drive innovative media planning strategies.
• Share ideas and insights with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Media planning expertise

Collaborative teamwork

Curiosity

Passion for brands

Job description

Overview

Planning Director (Brand) – Automotive Client, London. This role leads the media planning work on two premium automotive brands within the client portfolio for PHD, collaborating with an experienced multidisciplinary team to deliver best-in-class media plans and drive competitive advantage.

This position is ideal for a media planner with strong craft skills who leads by example, pushing the art of the possible in media planning and sharing ideas and insights with the team and clients. PHD promotes an inclusive culture where you can bring your true self to work and explore innovative approaches.

About the Agency

PHD is a growth-focused media agency driven by innovation and creativity. Founded in London in 1990, the agency evolved from a focus on buying media to strategic and creative planning. Today, Omnicom Media Group supports a hybrid working model (three days in the office, two remote) with core hours 10:30–16:30 and flexible start/finish options. We encourage open conversations to support people in their careers and personal lives.

We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Details on how we approach inclusion and equal opportunities are outlined in our DEI commitments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the media planning work on two premium automotive brands within the client portfolio.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop best-in-class media plans that deliver competitive advantage.
• Challenge the status quo and drive innovative media planning strategies.
• Contribute to a culture of openness, sharing ideas and insights with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong craft skills in media planning with a track record of delivering high-quality plans.
• Ability to lead by example and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Curiosity and willingness to share ideas and insights with the team and clients.
• Passion for media planning and the brands you work on.

Inclusion & Support

We support flexible working arrangements, encourage open conversations during high-need periods, and aim to create an environment where people are supported to excel in their careers and life outside work. If you require adjustments during recruitment, please discuss with our Talent Team.

EEO & Diversity Information

Omnicom Media Group is committed to an inclusive environment where diverse voices are valued and represented. The information collected in demographics is optional and used for statistical analysis to improve recruitment practices. All applicants are treated equally regardless of demographics.